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Ritchie Bros. concluded its 2021 Edmonton auction series, achieving a gross transaction value of CA$53+ million (US$42+ million) from 4,400+ sold items. Over the year, the company sold more than 47,000 items totaling CA$517+ million. The December auction attracted 12,500+ bidders, with 93% of purchases made by Canadian buyers, and notable high-value items included a 2018 Tigercat feller buncher sold for CA$460,000. Demand remains strong, and several upcoming auctions are scheduled, including a Montreal auction with close to 3,000 items.

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers announced that it has priced its senior notes offering totaling US$600 million and C$425 million to fund the acquisition of Euro Auctions and other companies. The 4.750% USD notes will mature on December 15, 2031, and the 4.950% CAD notes will mature on December 15, 2029. The closing is anticipated on December 21, 2021. The offering will provide funds to address acquisition considerations and related fees, with proceeds held in escrow until the acquisition is finalized.

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers (NYSE: RBA, TSX: RBA) announced an offering of approximately $935 million in senior notes. This includes US dollar-denominated notes due 2031 and Canadian dollar-denominated notes due 2029, aimed to fund the recent acquisition of Euro Auctions and other related companies. The proceeds will be held in escrow until transaction completion. The offering is directed at qualified institutional buyers and complies with regulatory exemptions. Ritchie Bros focuses on asset management across various sectors, with an emphasis on leveraging synergies from the acquisition.

Ritchie Bros held a successful auction from December 1-2, selling over 3,800 items from seven locations, attracting more than 11,000 bidders from 56 countries and generating over US$50 million in gross transaction value. About 96% of items were purchased by U.S. buyers, with Colorado, Texas, and Utah being the top states. The auction showcased significant items like a 2015 Caterpillar 627K motor scraper that sold for US$500,000. Ritchie Bros plans to hold additional auctions, including over 60,000 items in upcoming sales.

Ritchie Bros. conducted a successful online auction from November 22-24, 2021, in Grande Prairie, AB, attracting over 10,000 bidders from 47 countries. The event sold more than 2,700 items, achieving a gross transaction value exceeding CA$51 million (US$41 million). Approximately 96% of the equipment was sold to Canadian buyers, with 49% going to Albertans. The auction featured a variety of assets, including trucks and forestry equipment. Ritchie Bros. continues to offer multiple online auction options and has upcoming events in various Canadian locations.

Ritchie Bros. has scheduled two major farm auctions in 2022, selling over 15,000 acres of farmland and 300+ equipment items. The sales include 9,681 acres in Torquay, SK, on January 25-26, and 6,091 acres in The Pas, MB, on March 15. Equipment highlights feature top brands like John Deere and Versatile. The auctions present opportunities for farmers and investors, with all items sold unreserved to the highest bidder. Ritchie Bros. aims to attract interest by emphasizing the quality of the land and equipment being offered.

Ritchie Bros conducted its final Orlando auction of 2021 on November 17-18, attracting over 10,400 bidders from 59 countries and surpassing $45 million in gross transaction value. The auction featured 3,300+ items sold, with 93% of sales to U.S. buyers. Notably, truck tractor prices rose 45% year over year, reflecting ongoing strong demand. This auction's bidder registration was up 37% from the previous year, highlighting the growing interest in equipment sales. The company anticipates continued growth with additional auctions scheduled for December.

Ritchie Bros. conducted a successful online auction in Houston from November 9-11, 2021, attracting over 13,200 bidders and generating over US$55 million in gross transaction value from the sale of 4,650+ equipment items and trucks. Approximately 88% of the sold equipment went to U.S. buyers, with notable international participation. The event saw a 33% increase in online views and an 89% rise in watchlists before the auction. The next auction will be in Fort Worth from December 7-10, and Ritchie Bros. will continue to host multiple upcoming auctions across the U.S.